Category: Body and Skin Rashes

An inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord (meninges) is known as meningitis. Inflammation occurs due to infection with bacteria, viruses or other microbes and less frequently because of certain medications. The infection can be life threatening due to the inflammation’s nearness to the brain and …

Facial hair is a normal sight in men and though facial hair is prominent in some women, measures are taken to help remove it such as lip waxing. While most wax or hair removal products are developed for sensitive skin there are some women who react to the wax.

The rashes on a child’s mouth normally appear as red patches with bumps scattered around his mouth and chin. They are caused by several factors including drooling, use of pacifiers, prolonged contact with smeared food, and irritation from adult’s clothing or whiskers.

Rash form Hot Tub

Hot tubs can harbor microorganisms which can cause rashes on the skin. Some people may also develop a rash after using the hot tub in the form of chemical dermatitis following exposure to chlorine. These can be prevented by making sure that hot tubs are cleaned …

Rash from Chlorine

Chlorine is typically known as a skin irritant. A chlorine rash can occur following an exposure to the chemical. It is often associated with exposure to chlorinated water like in swimming pools or hot tubs. Preventing the rash includes avoiding or minimizing exposure to chlorine.

Red Rash on Chest

Rashes are physical symptoms that cause skin redness, blotchiness and swelling on the affected area. A rash can be filled with pus and can appear flaky, scaly or bumpy and can come out anywhere in the body. When red rash on chest occurs, it can be …

Women who shave to keep their underarm hair from growing too long often suffer from the development of bumps or rashes. Rather than getting smooth underarms, they only get bumpy or even irritated underarms that prevent them from wearing the clothes they want. Practicing the right underarm shaving techniques can …